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He Want That Old Thang Back: Spin-Off to She Used to be The Sweetest Girl #2
He Want That Old Thang Back 2: Spin-Off to She Used to be The Sweetest Girl
Seemingly stuck in his ways, Pierre struggles to come to terms with the fact that he has a girlfriend whose name isn’t Carissa. Though his feelings for Nyoka have grown over the months, he can’t find it within himself to let the past go. He is willing to do whatever he can to win her heart again, even if that means unintentionally hurting the person who knows him best, in the process.
The revelation of being cheated on, hits Carissa where she least expects it to hurt the most… her mind. After several attempts of trying to grasp why her boyfriend of over a year’s time would deceive her in such a way, life continues to beat down upon her. Pierre being indecisive of the woman he wants to claim, doesn’t make her situation any better. Still not sure if this relationship thing is for her, Carissa shuts the world out, and hides a secret from the closest people to her while doing so.
Crazy is, as crazy does. That is the only phrase to describe the turmoil Tiffany has abruptly caused in Shemel and Brix’s life. Not for the games she is trying to play, Shemel puts her in her place, or so he thinks. His rap career and relationship is on the line, and may soon all come to an end if he can’t get control of the situation. Sierra, Marvell, Ricky and Tasia are back as well and their story picks up where it left off… messy as ever, but blossoms into something beautiful.
Life has a way of teaching you lessons when you least expect it, but when it does… you either learn and grow from it or let it destroy you. In the final installment of “He Want That Old Thang Back”, readers are taken on a journey of unexpected beginnings and endings with some of their favorite characters. Even when these characters think they know it all about the people they love, they are left questioning was it love to begin with.
The revelation of being cheated on, hits Carissa where she least expects it to hurt the most… her mind. After several attempts of trying to grasp why her boyfriend of over a year’s time would deceive her in such a way, life continues to beat down upon her. Pierre being indecisive of the woman he wants to claim, doesn’t make her situation any better. Still not sure if this relationship thing is for her, Carissa shuts the world out, and hides a secret from the closest people to her while doing so.
Crazy is, as crazy does. That is the only phrase to describe the turmoil Tiffany has abruptly caused in Shemel and Brix’s life. Not for the games she is trying to play, Shemel puts her in her place, or so he thinks. His rap career and relationship is on the line, and may soon all come to an end if he can’t get control of the situation. Sierra, Marvell, Ricky and Tasia are back as well and their story picks up where it left off… messy as ever, but blossoms into something beautiful.
Life has a way of teaching you lessons when you least expect it, but when it does… you either learn and grow from it or let it destroy you. In the final installment of “He Want That Old Thang Back”, readers are taken on a journey of unexpected beginnings and endings with some of their favorite characters. Even when these characters think they know it all about the people they love, they are left questioning was it love to begin with.
206 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 19, 2016
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About the author
BriAnn Danae
100 books1,149 followersBriAnn Danae is an urban romance author and native of Kansas City, Missouri. In October 2015, she penned her first novel and since has enhanced her catalog claiming seventy titles to date. She whimsically writes Black love stories with purpose and passion, making you want to go beyond the book and look into her mind as a writer.
As the two-time 2021 Black Girls Who Write award winner for Best Black Book Series and Best Black Urban Romance and KCPCA 2023 Best Author of Kansas City, BriAnn has masterfully crafted her pen. With the talent to navigate between genres, she’s captured the hearts of her readers, making them fall hard in love with her characters. Her writing can be classified as soul-snatching, heart-yearning, chest throbbing, and downright some of the most exhilarating literature one could grace their eyes upon.
There’s a message BriAnn strives to leave with her readers. “I don’t just write to tell a story. I write to paint a picture and give a testimony.”
As the two-time 2021 Black Girls Who Write award winner for Best Black Book Series and Best Black Urban Romance and KCPCA 2023 Best Author of Kansas City, BriAnn has masterfully crafted her pen. With the talent to navigate between genres, she’s captured the hearts of her readers, making them fall hard in love with her characters. Her writing can be classified as soul-snatching, heart-yearning, chest throbbing, and downright some of the most exhilarating literature one could grace their eyes upon.
There’s a message BriAnn strives to leave with her readers. “I don’t just write to tell a story. I write to paint a picture and give a testimony.”
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December 23, 2016
Loved it
I just wished the Ri and Pierre had more time in the book as a couple. It was a happy ending tho.
I just wished the Ri and Pierre had more time in the book as a couple. It was a happy ending tho.
December 24, 2016
I enjoyed this series. I was happy to see Pierre & Carrisa give it another chance after all the ruckus they had experienced being apart. Great ending! Ready for next book!
April 28, 2022
OH, I ABSOLUTELY LOVED THIS SERIES‼️‼️‼️!!!
This was such a joy to read. I cried with these characters. I laughed with them, and at some points I was even cussing their asses out (like that damn Tiffany!). Now at one point towards the end, I was like “soooo they really not gone get it together?” And was about to cry, but I should have known this author was going to do me right! This was a great read!!!
Total Book Experience 10/10
Plot/Storyline (structure)10/10
Writing (Errors) 10/10
Characters 10/10
Again-able 10/10
Emotion 10/10
Book Cover 10/10
Visual/ Illustratable 10/10
Addictiveness 10/10
Threshold quality 10/10
Unique 10/10
On to next by this author which is : Feenin' For a G 1-2 if I’m not mistaken.
This was such a joy to read. I cried with these characters. I laughed with them, and at some points I was even cussing their asses out (like that damn Tiffany!). Now at one point towards the end, I was like “soooo they really not gone get it together?” And was about to cry, but I should have known this author was going to do me right! This was a great read!!!
Total Book Experience 10/10
Plot/Storyline (structure)10/10
Writing (Errors) 10/10
Characters 10/10
Again-able 10/10
Emotion 10/10
Book Cover 10/10
Visual/ Illustratable 10/10
Addictiveness 10/10
Threshold quality 10/10
Unique 10/10
On to next by this author which is : Feenin' For a G 1-2 if I’m not mistaken.
June 30, 2017
Missing your water when the well runs dry
This was such an awesome conclusion to this series! I was definitely in my feelings when it appeared that things were not going as I wanted. I enjoyed catching up with Brix and Shemel and their drama and following Sierra and the choices she makes. Carissa, Pierre, Nyoka and Milly were another story! I wanted to shake them all up!! It was nice to see everything eventually come full circle. If you love romance, alpha males, and a little drama, definitely 1-click!
This was such an awesome conclusion to this series! I was definitely in my feelings when it appeared that things were not going as I wanted. I enjoyed catching up with Brix and Shemel and their drama and following Sierra and the choices she makes. Carissa, Pierre, Nyoka and Milly were another story! I wanted to shake them all up!! It was nice to see everything eventually come full circle. If you love romance, alpha males, and a little drama, definitely 1-click!
October 4, 2017
I enjoyed this!
Wow, Mouth wide open Tiffany the 2nd crazy ***** in this series her and that Reilyn, Mel got that bomb I'm not gonna even finish that but I love Carrisa & Pierre and Sierra & Marvell's love story poor Milly but hey he could have avoided alot had he opened his mouth earlier.
Wow, Mouth wide open Tiffany the 2nd crazy ***** in this series her and that Reilyn, Mel got that bomb I'm not gonna even finish that but I love Carrisa & Pierre and Sierra & Marvell's love story poor Milly but hey he could have avoided alot had he opened his mouth earlier.
June 25, 2023
Dissatisfied
I mean maybe I need to change my reading genre! Most books from my fav authors lately have nothing but weak and dumb women in them! Brix deserved that bat for acting dumb! OH AND WAS MELLY GAY?? That was never cleared up for us but he had HIV??!! There was no closure for some of these story lines! It’s a no for me!
I mean maybe I need to change my reading genre! Most books from my fav authors lately have nothing but weak and dumb women in them! Brix deserved that bat for acting dumb! OH AND WAS MELLY GAY?? That was never cleared up for us but he had HIV??!! There was no closure for some of these story lines! It’s a no for me!
December 24, 2016
A really good read.
Ms. Brianna know she can write some series and this series was so, so good. I only wish that the ending would show Brix and Shamel having the baby and a little bit more about Ri and Pierre' relationship. Other than this book was worth the purchase!
Ms. Brianna know she can write some series and this series was so, so good. I only wish that the ending would show Brix and Shamel having the baby and a little bit more about Ri and Pierre' relationship. Other than this book was worth the purchase!
April 8, 2022
Old Thang Back 2
Pierre and Carissa took to long to find the way back to each other. Nyoka knew Pierre wasn't in love with her. Ricky just lost the best thing that happened to him. Si and Marvell need a book.
Pierre and Carissa took to long to find the way back to each other. Nyoka knew Pierre wasn't in love with her. Ricky just lost the best thing that happened to him. Si and Marvell need a book.
April 21, 2022
I was about to be upset
I thought carrissa and Pierre weren't going to make it back to each other lol I'm glad they did and whee shemel attract nothing but crazy women like wtf that Tiffany girl was really making me so mad I'm glad she went to jail.
I thought carrissa and Pierre weren't going to make it back to each other lol I'm glad they did and whee shemel attract nothing but crazy women like wtf that Tiffany girl was really making me so mad I'm glad she went to jail.
May 22, 2017
Perfect Ending
Briann Danae pen game had my emotions on 10 from the beginning to the end once again. But I can truly say the ending was perfect!
Briann Danae pen game had my emotions on 10 from the beginning to the end once again. But I can truly say the ending was perfect!
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September 13, 2021❤️❤️
Thank goodness they got it together.! I was thinking pierre just couldn’t get it right but you proved me wrong. Good read
Thank goodness they got it together.! I was thinking pierre just couldn’t get it right but you proved me wrong. Good read
September 29, 2023
Whew , this had me stressed 😩
December 27, 2016
Yasss
You did it again. You brought that fire with this one. It was time when i was like she gonna have me in my emotions and dont no one have time for all that. Good job love how everyone fed off on everyone.
You did it again. You brought that fire with this one. It was time when i was like she gonna have me in my emotions and dont no one have time for all that. Good job love how everyone fed off on everyone.
January 9, 2017
Great ending
Wow, this second part was mind blowing. I knew Tiffany was crazy but wow. I didn't really care for Pierre girlfriend, she was low key hating and her attitude sucked. I was pissed off at Milly for hurting Carissa the way he did, and I really thought that Ralph killed him. I'm happy that Shemel and Brix are good and I was so happy for Sierra and Marvell. Rick got what he deserved by playing with her heart. I was a little nervous about Pierre and Carissa, I'm soo glad they got back together. Great read. You did not disappoint
Wow, this second part was mind blowing. I knew Tiffany was crazy but wow. I didn't really care for Pierre girlfriend, she was low key hating and her attitude sucked. I was pissed off at Milly for hurting Carissa the way he did, and I really thought that Ralph killed him. I'm happy that Shemel and Brix are good and I was so happy for Sierra and Marvell. Rick got what he deserved by playing with her heart. I was a little nervous about Pierre and Carissa, I'm soo glad they got back together. Great read. You did not disappoint
December 21, 2016
Loved it! He got that old thing back!!
For a minute, I was about to be mad about Carissa and Pierre. They went through so much and to make it out together was a blessing. I enjoyed this book from beginning to end. Ricky was looking crazy at the end.
For a minute, I was about to be mad about Carissa and Pierre. They went through so much and to make it out together was a blessing. I enjoyed this book from beginning to end. Ricky was looking crazy at the end.
February 8, 2017
Ten Stars !!!!
Omg this book was everything and more! so sad the series is over but enjoyed every bit of it! Briann has definitely crept up to the top of my favorites list she writes banger after banger and I can't wait to see what's next!!!
Omg this book was everything and more! so sad the series is over but enjoyed every bit of it! Briann has definitely crept up to the top of my favorites list she writes banger after banger and I can't wait to see what's next!!!
December 11, 2019
Forgiveness does not require reconnection
Briann Denae is good. I like her writing and her story lines but I felt this one dragged between Pierre and Carissa. I feel like I would have liked it to end with Carissa living her life a different way like Sierra did, throw me a plot twist lol. I feel like some things were just rushed and not tied all in but all in all it was a nice read. I really liked Sierra and Marvell.
Briann Denae is good. I like her writing and her story lines but I felt this one dragged between Pierre and Carissa. I feel like I would have liked it to end with Carissa living her life a different way like Sierra did, throw me a plot twist lol. I feel like some things were just rushed and not tied all in but all in all it was a nice read. I really liked Sierra and Marvell.
December 21, 2016
HAPPY!!!
This book had me in my feelings. I thought I was going to have to curse BriAnne out lol. -Mo !! Took me through the motions, but it was worth it in the end. I got my happy ending. Loved it. Not spoiling anything for y'all so JUST READ IT !!!!!!
This book had me in my feelings. I thought I was going to have to curse BriAnne out lol. -Mo !! Took me through the motions, but it was worth it in the end. I got my happy ending. Loved it. Not spoiling anything for y'all so JUST READ IT !!!!!!
December 22, 2016
I love P
Pierre is really that dude and this book is definitely a lesson learn you have to loose some in order to what you need and know I'm happy he realized RI was it for him sorry he lost the baby but he will have them with her i hope it's another one
Pierre is really that dude and this book is definitely a lesson learn you have to loose some in order to what you need and know I'm happy he realized RI was it for him sorry he lost the baby but he will have them with her i hope it's another one
December 24, 2016
Only time will tell
Think first before you take action. Someone always jumps the gun thinking it will miss them. No, you will always get shot back in some way. Avoid crazy people as much as possible.
Think first before you take action. Someone always jumps the gun thinking it will miss them. No, you will always get shot back in some way. Avoid crazy people as much as possible.
December 29, 2016
I like need a part 3
This one had a lot of twist and turn and it also lord have mercy .tiffany ass was crazy as hell I guess that's what good sex do to you .glad they are taking it slow hope it's a part 3 coming .
This one had a lot of twist and turn and it also lord have mercy .tiffany ass was crazy as hell I guess that's what good sex do to you .glad they are taking it slow hope it's a part 3 coming .
December 30, 2016
Yesssssssss!!!!
I'm sooo happy with this Finale!! While I enjoyed Mel & Brix, I was really rooting for Pierre & Carissa. Their relationship had me too emotional! Not trying to give anything away so I'll end my review by saying....Job well done
I'm sooo happy with this Finale!! While I enjoyed Mel & Brix, I was really rooting for Pierre & Carissa. Their relationship had me too emotional! Not trying to give anything away so I'll end my review by saying....Job well done
February 5, 2018
Enjoyed it
This book showed so many aspects of relationships. That situation with Milky was crazy. People should always be honest when in relationships. Tiffany was bat s*#+ crazy and delusional. I’m so glad Carissa and Pierre ended up together and that Si found Marvell
This book showed so many aspects of relationships. That situation with Milky was crazy. People should always be honest when in relationships. Tiffany was bat s*#+ crazy and delusional. I’m so glad Carissa and Pierre ended up together and that Si found Marvell
February 25, 2018
The best!!!
I'm so glad Carissa and Pierre made up. It was driving me crazy. That Tiffany was a nut case, and she got what she deserved. I loved how Sierrea grew as a woman. This was a great series..
I'm so glad Carissa and Pierre made up. It was driving me crazy. That Tiffany was a nut case, and she got what she deserved. I loved how Sierrea grew as a woman. This was a great series..
September 29, 2018
Great read!
This was one hell of a continuation to end this story. This was definitely a must read. The characters definitely showed maturity and growth. Mistakes were made but lessons were definitely a lesson learnt. Will definitely recommend this book
Great job Bri
This was one hell of a continuation to end this story. This was definitely a must read. The characters definitely showed maturity and growth. Mistakes were made but lessons were definitely a lesson learnt. Will definitely recommend this book
Great job Bri
December 17, 2018
Yes he did get his old thing back . This book makes you believe that anything is possible and that sometimes you have to unthink the thinkable and things ain’t always what it seems. Heartbreak and jealousy can be a mean thing , but you can’t let it get you down.
February 14, 2018
Review!!
Tiffany was crazy . Pierre won me over i didnt think he would do right. Shamel is still rhe same. Poor Carissa she couldn't catch a break.
Tiffany was crazy . Pierre won me over i didnt think he would do right. Shamel is still rhe same. Poor Carissa she couldn't catch a break.
August 31, 2021
The spin off
The second book still left me hanging. I wanted and hoped for closure for the couple. I have mixed feelings. A good read.
The second book still left me hanging. I wanted and hoped for closure for the couple. I have mixed feelings. A good read.
July 5, 2018
Good book!
September 28, 2018
Love both 👏🏾👏🏾
With all the games they play, happy to see Carissa and Pierre back together. Ricky too late was your cry, Sierra move on , enjoy both books 🤗👏🏾👏🏾
With all the games they play, happy to see Carissa and Pierre back together. Ricky too late was your cry, Sierra move on , enjoy both books 🤗👏🏾👏🏾
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